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III. SPECIFICATIONS 

 
 

To operate the GO-E2 efficiently the user should be familiar with each of the Gate 
Opener's Components.  See Figure 1 for component Layout and the following pages for 

item descriptions. 

 
The 

GO-E2 

Gate Opener consists of a heavy-duty, 5 HP. Gear Motor; a Telescoping 

Driveshaft (TDS) with universal joints on each end to enable the TDS to angle up to 20° 
off-center on either end; an electrical Control Package in a NEMA-4 watertight enclosure 

which contains a reversible starter, transformer and overload protection, and a hand 

held, watertight, momentary contact, Forward/Reverse, Pushbutton Pendant Control 
with 50' L cord. Also, included is a tapered Capstan Drive Fitting which is attached to 

the Driveshaft and a Capstan Swage to clean-out and square-up the capstan sockets on 
hopper car gate spindles. 

 

Figure 1:  Component Layout 

 

 
 

 
 

 
 

 

 
 

 
 

 

 
 

 
 

 

 
 

 
 

 

 
 

 
 

Summary of Contents for GO-E2

Page 1: ...GO E2 Gate Opener OPERATOR S GUIDE...

Page 2: ...ons and recommendations contained in this owner s manual The user of this product is responsible to install maintain and operate the product and parts or components manufactured or supplied by WORKMAS...

Page 3: ...imminent and will result in a high probability of serious injury or death This indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in minor to moderate injury CAUTION This indicates a pote...

Page 4: ...VII Traveling Capstans VIII Changing Voltage Setting IX Maintaining the GO E2 Opener X Phasing XI Electrical Control Package APPENDIX A Beam Mount Assembly APPENDIX B Motor Parts List APPENDIX C Driv...

Page 5: ...s and accessories which provides a safe efficient and economical solution to the problem of opening easy medium and hard to open hopper car gates There are pneumatic electric and manual units availabl...

Page 6: ...a steel W Beam parallel to the track so the operator can roll the GO E2 Opener from gate to gate and car to car With the Rotating Platform option the Opener can be swung 180 to open the gates of rail...

Page 7: ...r damage to the equipment you should adhere to the following basic safety instructions GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 1 Read carefully all Owner Operator Guides and Manuals Service Manuals and or other in...

Page 8: ...ess to these controls and devices 3 Frequently inspect these controls and devices the Gear Motor Driveshaft and components to ensure proper working order and correct mounting and alignment 4 Do not pl...

Page 9: ...s on each end to enable the TDS to angle up to 20 off center on either end an electrical Control Package in a NEMA 4 watertight enclosure which contains a reversible starter transformer and overload p...

Page 10: ...the beam in conjunction with the RPRC will maximize the Gate Opener s versatility 4 ELECTRICAL CONTROL PACKAGE The Electrical Control Package is wired for 480 V 3Ph 60Hz Operation The Package is spec...

Page 11: ...clockwise and counter clockwise directions all while standing at a safe distance from the railcar The Pendant Control is also equipped with a 2 position switch to energize and de energize the GO E2 s...

Page 12: ...gh rigidity to prevent torsional or lateral vibratory flexure caused by dynamic loading The mounting surface should be flat and clean so stresses are not induced during the mounting of the Gear Motor...

Page 13: ...de the unit back and forth along the beam to verify ease of movement 8 Check the Gear Motor nameplate to verify that the phase hertz and voltage agree with the available power source CAUTION The E2 Op...

Page 14: ...lescoping Driveshaft to the Gear Motor align the connection using the key keyway provided on the Gear Motor and firmly secure both set screws with a 3 16 Allen wrench 13 Locate and mount the Electrica...

Page 15: ...properly and fully seated in the car s Capstan Socket when opening the gate 5 Extend and adjust the Telescoping Driveshaft until the Capstan Drive Fitting on the yoke and tube assembly is firmly seate...

Page 16: ...s next use Release the Pushbutton the moment the gate reaches its fully opened position Prolonged hold down can cause the Driveshaft to slip from the car s capstan and bounce uncontrollably along the...

Page 17: ...the Capstan Drive Fitting on the yoke and tube assembly is firmly seated in the car s Capstan Socket 5 Press the Forward or Reverse momentary contact Pushbutton to close the gate If the gate is stuck...

Page 18: ...ner for its next use 10 Engage Car Gate locking mechanism Release the Pushbutton the moment the gate reaches its fully closed position Prolonged hold down can cause the Driveshaft to slip from the car...

Page 19: ...The Driveshaft will extend and compress as the slide gate capstan moves along its length or travel The Driveshaft s double yoke ensures that the drive fitting will maintain constant contact with the c...

Page 20: ...ading to the gate opener 2 In gate opener s electric motor s conduit box change it to 230 240 VAC 3 In the motor starter s NEMA 4 enclosure a Move the jumpers on the control transformer As delivered t...

Page 21: ...ese intervals will be determined by specific operating conditions We urge you to adhere to the following maintenance schedule guidelines Know and understand Lockout Tagout Procedures as defined by Ame...

Page 22: ...grease suitable for class of insulation stamped on nameplate The recommended lubricant is Consistency 2 Type Lithium Base Typical Grease SHELL Alvania Grease R3 GEAR UNIT The GO E2 Opener s gear unit...

Page 23: ...port until oil runs out of the oil level check port 4 Replace the hex head plug in the check port and tighten securely 5 Replace the breather vent plug in the oil fill port and tighten securely STORAG...

Page 24: ...ng relative angles between the Gear Motor and the hopper car It must also be capable of changing length while transmitting torque This means the Driveshaft must be able to expand contract and change o...

Page 25: ...k the shaft for damage or bent tubing or guards Make certain there is no build up of foreign material on the shaft or at the U joints If found it must be removed Among the most common causes of joint...

Page 26: ...earings bearing retainers and shaft centralizers which will wear and require replacement These parts should be inspected periodically We suggest the TDS be disassembled and inspected every six 6 month...

Page 27: ...bearing assemblies to remove the cross from the yoke 9 After removing the cross and bearings both ends inspect all yoke lug crosshole surfaces for damage or raised metal Raised metal can be removed wi...

Page 28: ...Press the bearing assembly into the crosshole enough to install the snap ring 4 Install the snap ring 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to install the opposite bearing assembly If the joint is stiff strike the y...

Page 29: ...and secure both 3 16 set screws 9 Apply more grease through the lube fittings until grease appears at all bearing seals CAUTION Make sure the retaining ring is completely seated in its groove CAUTION...

Page 30: ...st way to make sure your Drive Shaft is in the correct phase is to mark the tube and yoke before disassembling so that you can put it back together in its original orientation The inner shaft is squar...

Page 31: ...cally reconnecting the motor windings The Overload Relay trips power off when the motor stalls or when it experiences sustained overload or rapid cycling the switch is manually reset inside the Contro...

Page 32: ...mbly Part 33 40000 Item Part Description Qty per Assembly 1 33 40100 A RC Main Frame 1 2 33 40100 B Shaft 2 3 32 20016 Collar 4 4 32 20013 Bearing 4 5 33 40100 C Spacer 2 6 33 40100 D RC Side Plate 2...

Page 33: ...2 20011 Shoulder Bolt 1 2 75 81000 Flat Washer 2 3 33 40200 Rotating Platform 1 4 32 20017 Bearing Race 2 5 32 20014 Bearing 1 6 75 52800 Stop Nut 1 7 75 80800 Washer 1 8 32 20018 Handle 2 9 33 20022...

Page 34: ...MOTOR PARTS LIST SUPPORT DOCUMENT FRAME SIZE SK32100v REF PARTLIST 632100 311 312 321 316 318 320 313 307 301 308 309 311 312 313 317 318 314 316 324 336 334 335 328 318 315 323 306 319 337 302 325 33...

Page 35: ...r Yoke Sleeve Assembly Based on Dimensions 33 40253 1 32 40254 1 4 5 31 90012 1 Bearing and Retainer Kit Inc Qty 2 Bearings 2 Retainers 6 8 31 90011 1 Inner Outer Shield w Guard 9 33 40255 1 Inner Yok...

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Page 40: ...t problem But it is no problem with the WORKMASTER air driven Rail Shaker wedge mount pocket vibrator The assembly s wedge end fits all standard hopper car pocket female brackets and its top lugs keep...

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